Adam Schefter of ESPN has reported that Miller is facing a four-game suspension for violating a league policy. Schefter has yet to report whether Miller violated the substance-abuse policy or the PED policy.

Mike Klis of the Denver Post reports that Miller has violated both policies. Per Klis, Miller tested positive for amphetamines and marijuana in 2011. The former, which is the active ingredient in Adderall and other related substances, would trigger an automatic four-game suspension under the PED policy. The latter would require at least three violations before a suspension arises.

It appears, then, that the suspension comes from the positive test for amphetamine. But it’s still unclear why it has taken so long to get the appeal resolved.

In late 2011, there was some suspicion that the league tapped the brakes on a couple of potential suspensions in order to avoid derailing Tebowmania. In 2012, the Broncos were among the league’s darlings, given the arrival of Peyton Manning. There’s no evidence that the process as to Miller has been delayed in any way to help the Broncos, however.

And there’s also no evidence that the process will be resolved any time soon. Until Miller’s appeal has been heard and decided, he’ll carry the stigma of being a cheater. Unfortunately for Miller, the fact that someone blabbed means that Miller will have that stigma in the eyes of some, even if he wins.

NFL didn’t do anything in 2011? …they barely punished them for cheating in their first Super Bowl win. Broncos, Pariots, 49ers. The only three teams that cheated in a year they won the Super Bowl. NFL barely punishes them…WTF!!!!!!

In late 2011, there was some suspicion that the league tapped the brakes on a couple of potential suspensions in order to avoid derailing Tebowmania… There’s no evidence that the process as to Miller has been delayed in any way to help the Broncos, however.
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Uh, what? I was unaware of any conspiracy theory involving the Broncos getting special treatment by the league.

nunezmc says:Jul 22, 2013 1:39 PM

What a joke. Whenever the organization wants to stop embarrassing it’s fans, I would appreciate it. I wish the Broncos would tack on a suspension of their own to get the message across, but I guess we’re not above this type of treatment.

Seriously? This happened in 2011! Live in the now…for all we know he hasn’t touched the stuff in years…there must be some sort of statute of limitations on testing positive 2 years ago…still a dumb move on his part though…

So this guy might just have some serious addiction problems. Hope he gets some help because I’d hate to see a talent like him end his career because he can’t get his demons under control.

jamaltimore says:Jul 22, 2013 1:43 PM

If anyone can prove they delayed these suspensions to support tebow or manning than Goodell should be FIRED!

So sick and tired of the Bronco’s and their Overrated GM who thinks signing 37 yr old qb’s and wideouts makes him a genious,, Drunk Player Personnel Department, Overated, playoff choking QB and delusional fanbase who actually believe they are a Superbowl contender every year.

Come September 5th I beg you all to take the Ravens and the Points as I’m sure the Reigning Superbowl champs will be underdogs on the opening game of the Season to the Mile High Hype machine. You will not be disappointed!

It’s stressful being responsible for the health and well being of thousands of brainless birds. Man has to unwind.

Abattoir says:Jul 22, 2013 1:44 PM

Oh snap!

tonyugoh says:Jul 22, 2013 1:45 PM

realfootballfan says:
Jul 22, 2013 1:42 PM
So this guy might just have some serious addiction problems. Hope he gets some help because I’d hate to see a talent like him end his career because he can’t get his demons under control.

^^^^
This message brought to you by someone who has clearly never smoked.

surfinbird1 says:Jul 22, 2013 1:45 PM

When asked for a comment, Elway began shaking his head up and down,digging at the ground with his right foot.

The delay in enforcement of league rules may have been done to help the Broncos, but it may end up hurting them more this way. Without Dumervil and without PED’s Miller may not be nearly as effective as he has been in the past.

This reminds me of how the safety got blamed for getting beat in the game vs. Baltimore, but nobody blamed Peyton Manning for throwing an interception when they still could have won the game on that final drive. Talk about Darlings.

biggestsaintsfanever says:Jul 22, 2013 1:50 PM

In all fairness, the NFL was pretty busy gathering false information in order to railroad the Saints with in 2011, and couldn’t be bothered with actual rule breakers.

Yet another team like the giants surpasses the Seahawks for most ped suspensions in the past few seasons but pft and other sources will continue to act as if Seattle is the solitary and most egregious offender.

Diet pills and a little weed. No big deal. How do you think most kids made it through college? When the Federal Government, inc banned over the counter diet pills they renamed them to their ingredient name aka adderal and/or vyvanse. Big pharma made a merger with FDA, inc. for profit and control.

Amphetamines actually have a negative effect on muscle
Mass in the body; puts it in a catabolic state. Also decreases appetite. So everyone should be clear that when they refer to amphetamines as a PED it’s from an energy/ focus standpoint. I’d imagine as a pre game substance to get jacked up. Still cheating, but not in he same class as roids.

49erstim says:Jul 22, 2013 2:05 PM

@bucrightoff… .. Johnny Walker Football. Nice! Lol

touchdownroddywhite says:Jul 22, 2013 2:07 PM

I think it’s time other teams around the league took notes from the Broncos exec’s on how to keep things hushed…

“bigbenh8tr says:
Jul 22, 2013 1:31 PM
A positive test for amphetamine can also mean cocaine. He’s lucky he’s a phenomenal athlete because I imagine cocaine and marijuana don’t help you learn the defensive schemes as a rookie.

Shall we call it the “Elway Way””

This isn’t correct, cocaine and amphetamines have different metabolites. Urine and/or blood tests can distinguish between the two of them.

That being said, if you’ve ever heard this guy talk, it’s not surprising he’s on something that messes with his brain.

raideralex99 says:Jul 22, 2013 2:12 PM

The real story is the NFL front office DID NOT want the Raiders in the playoffs … what else is new

screenpass says:Jul 22, 2013 2:12 PM

The guy’s Twitter handle is @MillerLite40. Who could have possibly seen something like this coming??

Confused as to all of these comments blaming his positive amphetamine test on cocaine. Ya know, since its not an amphetamine. Confirms my suspicion that organic chemistry was not a favorite subject amongst PFT commenters.

They don’t.
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Have you ever tried these drugs or just read about them?
Try again buddy.

“Amphetamine works by increasing energy levels, concentration, and motivation”

“In addition, amphetamine is also used by some professional,[75] collegiate[76] and high school[76] athletes for its strong stimulant effect; energy levels are perceived to be dramatically increased and sustained, which is believed to allow for more vigorous and longer play.”

Klis later implied that this suspension is for a second offense. Apparently when it comes to substance abuse, not PEDs, the first offense only requires the player to go to a program, while the second offense gets the 4 games. So, implying the NFL sat on this to help the Broncos is probably wrong.

According to all the Patriots haters from the past few weeks, clearly this is an indication that he will become a serial killer and should be retroactively cut from the team. You should have known, Elway!

Why isn’t there a new headline on this subject that simply asks if the NFL delayed a suspension in hopes of getting Peyton another shot at the SB? COME on.
What’s it like having Roger Goodell as your 12th man?

“In late 2011, there was some suspicion that the league tapped the brakes on a couple of potential suspensions in order to avoid derailing Tebowmania. In 2012, the Broncos were among the league’s darlings, given the arrival of Peyton Manning. There’s no evidence that the process as to Miller has been delayed in any way to help the Broncos, however.”

Wow. So 2009 Saints get off from the bounty scandal, the 2010 Packers clearly have a juicer in Clay Matthews and they won the SB in 2010 (coincidence that Cushing is Matthews’ homeboy?), 2011 had Tebow and 2012 had Peyton. Screw the story lines and darlings. Bust people for taking illegal substances in the NFL.

I think if the suspension is immediate it will make the first two Bronco’s games tougher: BAL and @NYG. The next 4 should be winnable regardless: OAK, PHI, @DAL, JAX. As a Patriots fan, it would be nice if he missed the first two.

They don’t.
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Have you ever tried these drugs or just read about them?
Try again buddy.

“Amphetamine works by increasing energy levels, concentration, and motivation”

“In addition, amphetamine is also used by some professional,[75] collegiate[76] and high school[76] athletes for its strong stimulant effect; energy levels are perceived to be dramatically increased and sustained, which is believed to allow for more vigorous and longer play.”
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im a die hard broncos fan and i will always like von and he is on the right track to be as good as lt (lawerence taylor not ladanian tomlinson) enough said

japadacktle49 says:Jul 22, 2013 3:15 PM

I’m happy with Aldon Smith he has had a couple incidents off the field but not on the field like the dopers around the NFL.

whynotusecommonsense says:Jul 22, 2013 3:16 PM

ewoods6 says: Jul 22, 2013 2:35 PM

You people claiming amphetamines helps ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE are fing stupid.

It works against what you want as an athlete from safe BP during exertion, Cardiac Output, Stroke Volume and SVR….morons don’t have a CLUE!!!!
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But they are a banned substance in the NFL. So, your point is moot. But please, continue your pointless rant.

I think this says more about the NFL than Von Miller, if they avoided suspending Miller for fear of derailing Tebowmania. The NFL is conveniently sanctimonious when the “rules” don’t conflict with the popularity of their brand. This whole issue is 3 years after the fact, I think the real story is why it took so long to get here. Please get on pressing the NFL for a reason why.

philyeagles5 says:Jul 22, 2013 3:28 PM

Amphetamines and meth are 2 different things…

shlort says:Jul 22, 2013 3:30 PM

Nothing picks you up after smoking some marijuana like amphetamines. Right, Von?

philwellsco130 says:Jul 22, 2013 3:31 PM

Weed is legal in Colorado. Who really cares he didn’t do anything wrong.

They don’t.
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Have you ever tried these drugs or just read about them?
Try again buddy.

“Amphetamine works by increasing energy levels, concentration, and motivation”

“In addition, amphetamine is also used by some professional,[75] collegiate[76] and high school[76] athletes for its strong stimulant effect; energy levels are perceived to be dramatically increased and sustained, which is believed to allow for more vigorous and longer play.”
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Cast the first stone losers. Can’t call out just one of u. With this offense who needs a defense. LOL.

granadafan says:Jul 22, 2013 3:49 PM

“gochargersgo says: Jul 22, 2013 2:05 PM
Amphetamines actually have a negative effect on muscle Mass in the body; puts it in a catabolic state. Also decreases appetite. ”
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Smoking weed is known to increase appetite. If only Von Miller had smoked weed. Oh wait, he did.

shovelhunter says:Jul 22, 2013 4:05 PM

Since marijuana is legal in Colorado that should be a non issue. Don’t see why the NFL would even spend the money to test players for thc who play for pedhawks or broncos. As far as the peds should any of us be surprised by now when a non QB superstar gets popped? Whenever hgh testing goes through its really going to get ugly.

Spencer says:Jul 22, 2013 4:17 PM

Dig and find out if this was covered up because the Broncos were media darlings. THAT would be a story.

Don’t exactly think amphetamines have anything to do with “smoking.” Also, pretty proud I’ve never done any kind of drugs. You should feel like the loser that you are that you needed to announce that along with the idiots that gave you a thumbs up.

Furthermore, since he’s just having fun and smoking, next time he gets in trouble for any substance abuse, he’s getting a year. That’s real smart and I’m sure if it was Mathieu from the Cardinals, you’d have the same stance about him not having a problem if he couldn’t even lay off the stuff long enough to beat the NFL’s pedestrian drug testing regimen.

I’ve heard some real stupid assertions from this blog, but to insinuate that the NFL did nothing in 2012 and let Vonn Miller play the entire season without addressing a”secret appeal” of a 2011 violation because of Tebowmania is the most asinine statement yet.

ninerdynasty says:Jul 23, 2013 2:20 PM

Its interesting that this was kept in the DL for so long to a point that had this come out when it happened, Aldon Smith wouldve won the DROY..

It’s funny that everyone labeled the Seahawks the Sea-Adderall Seahawks as if they were the only team to have a problem with PED’s. It’s a league problem and I would be surprised if all 32 teams didn’t have at least one player or front office person, guilty of taking a banned substance of one kind or another. I don’t condone any of it, but I believe the league is dirtier than most believe and now that HGH is on the radar, I think were going to find out that there is a whole new brand of cheater going on and don’t be surprised if they don’t take a few swings at big-time superstars. I still think it is a little conspicuous that the great Adrian Peterson came back from ACL and MCL tears in the short time that he did, only to get like 10 yards from the single-season rushing record. Something is rotten in Denmark, and it’s not just cheese. It’s probably AP’s little helper. Just saying… And I hope I’m wrong about everything I wrote here. I’d be delighted if everyone on this website called me an absolute loser. Because that would be that my favorite sport is clean. I’m not worried.

cornerblitz says:Jul 26, 2013 4:45 PM

“In late 2011, there was some suspicion that the league tapped the brakes on a couple of potential suspensions in order to avoid derailing Tebowmania.”